Street Cleaner Driver

Street Cleaner Driver

Location: Edinburgh East
Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour
Hours of Work: 4 days on 4 days off 06.00-17.02 (45 minute break) OR Monday to Friday 07:00 – 14:57 (45-minute break)
Contract: Temporary ongoing
Start Date: Immediate starts available

The Role

You will support the cleansing and upkeep of Edinburgh’s streets and public areas whilst also operating a cage vehicle to assist with waste collection and disposal.

This is a dual-role position combining driving responsibilities with hands-on street cleansing duties.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

* Driving a cage vehicle safely and responsibly across designated routes

* Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects in line with health & safety procedures

* Transporting collected waste to disposal sites

* Cleaning and servicing city streets and public spaces

* Sweeping, brushing, and removing leaves and debris

* Removing weeds from pavements and public areas using manual tools

* Emptying public litter and waste bins

* Safe collection, handling, and disposal of waste materials

* Handling physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, and repetitive movements

* Walking long distances throughout shifts

* Occasional interaction with members of the public

* Dealing with unpleasant waste, including bodily fluids where required

Successful Candidates Will:

* Hold a valid UK driving licence (essential)

* Will receive full induction, training, and PPE

* Be confident driving a cage vehicle in urban environments

* Be honest, reliable, and punctual

* Have a strong work ethic and willingness to carry out manual work

* Be able to work effectively as part of a team

* Be health and safety conscious

* Maintain professionalism while working in public environments

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed